PART 1
Question 1-8
Read the text carefully in each question. Choose the best answer A, B or C.
For each question, circle the correct answer A, B or C.
Dear Ain,
Don’t forget our discussion tomorrow at 3 p.m. in the canteen. Please bring
along your notes.
Chee Seng
1. Chee Seng wrote the message to
A invite Ain to a discussion at the canteen
B
remind Ain about meeting up the next day
C
explain why he wants to borrow Ain’s notes
Sender: Ally
Mum, please buy me a snack
plate from Teddy’s Fried
Chicken. Please change the
drink to iced chocolate. Can
you also get me a can of
soda?
4.23 p.m.
2. Ally is asking her mother to
A buy food for her
B order food online
C pick up her order
Why eat BREAKFAST?
More energy
Heart disease
Heart attack
68% people eat breakfast. Do you?
3. This message says that
A 68 per cent of people have more energy
B breakfast is an important meal
C breakfast curses heart disease
1
NAMINO PIZZA
Buy one medium pizza, get a free upgrade to Large!
Buy one Personal pizza, get a free upgrade to Medium!
Add grilled chicken wings to any order for RM 1 only!
4. If you buy a medium-sized Namino pizza, you will get
A another medium-sized pizza for free
B a large-sized pizza instead
C free grilled chicken wings
BLACK FRIDAY
3 hours, 20 minutes and 30 seconds left!
5. On Black Friday, I can shop for
A four items but only pay for two
B fewer than three hours only
C black items only
To:
mr_vincent_tan@hotmail.com
From:
jamestan2005@hotmail.com
Subject: I got a message from Mum!
Hi Dad,
Mum just called. She’ll be late from work. She wants you to:
•
Buy dinner for me
•
Pick Susan up from tuition at 10 p.m.
James
6. Mum wants Dad to
A pick her up from work
B get dinner for James
C buy food at 10 p.m.
2
To:
micky15@yahoo.com
From:
hq@gidi.com.my
Subject: Your bill has not been paid.
Dear Mr Chan,
Your mobile phone bill is overdue. The amount is RM 30. Please make payment
immediately so that your line will not be barred.
7. The email reminds Micky to
A pay RM 30 immediately
B collect his mobile phone bill
C check his mobile phone connection
Days: Monday, Wednesday
and Friday
Time: 3-5 p.m.
Venue: Court 1
Check daily for any changes!
8. Futsal training is
A for three hours only
B available daily
C at Court 1
[8 marks]
3
PART 2
Question 9-16
Read the text below and correct the underlined errors.
For each question, write the correct word in the space provided below.
The British love chocolate. In fact, they spend a lot (0) on money on chocolate. Visit
any shop in the UK and you will see (9) much different kinds of chocolate bars on sale.
This includes milk chocolate, dark chocolate (10) or white chocolate. There are many
sizes and flavours (11) to. You can buy small, medium or large (12) bar of chocolate.
You can also (13) buys mint chocolate, chocolate with nuts and chocolate with raisins.
You can also buy chocolate filled (14) in toffee or caramel! The list (15) was neverending. The latest craze is (16) the new type of chocolate called ruby chocolate. It is
supposedly sweet yet sour.
Example:
0
of
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
[8 marks]
4
PART 3
Read the text below and answer questions 17 to 24.
A QUICK GUIDE TO SAVING MONEY
As a teenager, it is important to know how to save your money.
You must keep a record of your spending. Use a notebook or some
other means. This can be boring, but it is the best way to make sure you
don't spend too much money. You'll be able to see exactly how much
money you have left at the end of each month. You can also monitor
how you spend your money. Try not to spend too much at the
beginning of the month so that you will have enough money until the
end of the month.
Be smart with your food shopping. Food will be one of your
biggest costs. Buying supermarket value products rather than wellknown brands and shopping at the end of the day when many items are
discounted are some of the simplest ways to save money. Cook your
own meals instead of always eating out.
Don't overpay for transport. Buses remain one of the cheapest
ways to travel around town. Check whether there are any student
discounts or monthly passes available. In certain cities, there are free
buses for tourists that you can use to get t around.
Don't forget to take advantage of student discounts. Many shops
and food outlets offer student discounts. Even when they aren't
advertised, it's worth asking as they are sometimes still available.
(Adapted from https://www.prospects.ac.uk/applying-for-university/ university-life/7ways-to-save-money-as-a-student)
5
Question 17-24
Complete the following table.
Choose no more than three words and/or a number from the text for each answer.
For each question, write your answer in the space provided below.
A QUICK GUIDE TO SAVING MONEY
17 Use _______________________________ or some other means.
Keep a record
18 Do not spend too much at ___________________ of each month.
19 Buy ________________________________________________.
Be smart with
food shopping
20 Shop for ____________________________ at the end of the day.
21 _____________________________ your own meals.
22 Use ______________________________ to travel around town.
Do not overpay
for transport
23 Take advantage of _____________________ or monthly passes.
24 Some cities have free __________________________________.
[8 marks]
6
PART 4
Read the text and answer questions 25 to 34.
A Teenager's Guide to Life
by Muireann Duffy
Everyone says that being a teenager is the best time of your life. That's easy
for you to say when you're old and you decide to look back on your teen years
through your spectacles. Seriously, if anyone says it is easy being 16. you should
just ignore them.
One of the hardest parts of being a teenager is that it's a constant juggling
act. Being organised isn't your main focus. There's nothing wrong with your locker
door failing to close and spilling your books and other stuff onto the floor. As for
your room, forget your wardrobe. Who needs one? The floor is the perfect place to
keep your clothes and it allows you to see them all at once. Never make your bed. A
messy, unmade bed can look just as nice as a perfectly made one.
Your school days are the best days of your life... urgh! School is somewhere
you're made to attend and work yourself to death, just like a prison. Don't worry
about the teachers-just stay on their good side. Homework? All of that is boring.
When you're a teenager, your friends are your life but enemies come just as
easily as friends do. The only way to get over having enemies is to be the bigger
person. Laugh at their jokes, say hello when you see them, smile when they're mean
to you, just like the Kelly Clarkson lyrics: 'what doesn't kill you makes you stronger'.
It's easy to write about all the bad things, but even I have to admit that it's
not all that bad. You'll make friends you'll go on adventures with, even when you're
old and grey.
Besides, just be nice to your parents. As for your brothers and sisters, be nice
to them too because friends, money and other things are great, but when it comes
down to it, your family is all you have. In the meantime, take care of yourself and
what you happy.
(Adapted from http://clarechampion.ie/a-teenagers-guide-to-life/)
7
Question 25-32
Answer the questions below.
Choose no more than three words and/or a number from the text for each answer.
For each question, write your answer in the space provided below.
25. Does the writer agree that teenage years are the best time of a person's life?
____________________________________________________________________ [1 mark]
26. The writer says to __________________________ anyone who says it is easy being a
teenager.
[1 mark]
27. The writer feels that the one of the hardest things about being a teenager is that it’s a
___________________________________________________________________. [1 mark]
28. The writer feels that the ____________________________ is the best place to keep one’s
clothes.
[1 mark]
29. The writer compares school to _______________________________________. [1 mark]
30. The writer says that the only way to get over having enemies is to be
____________________________________________________________________ [1 mark]
31. The writer says to be nice to __________________________ and your siblings. [1 mark]
32. The writer advises teenagers to ____________________________of themselves. [1 mark]
Question 33 and 34
Complete the table below with a word from the text.
For each question, write your answer in the space provided below.
Meaning
33
dirty and/or untidy
34 unusual, exciting or
dangerous experiences or
journeys
Word
[1 mark]
[1 mark]
[10 marks]
8
PART 5
Question 35-40
You are going to read a newspaper article about Malaysian food and culture.
Six sentences have been removed from the article. Choose from the sentences (A-H) to fit each
gap (35-40). There are two extra sentences which you do not need to use.
For each question, write the correct answer (A-H) below.
MALAYSIAN FOOD AND CULTURE
Malaysia is a country blessed with wonderful cuisine. Malay, Chinese and Indian cooking have
their own unique traits, and sometimes the different styles come together to form a style known as
'fusion' cuisine. Malaysian cooking has many similarities, after all.
national favourites.
Spicy dishes are also
There is also a variety of tropical fruits in Malaysia.
It is known by its spiky shell and
pungent smell and taste. Malaysia is also famous for its consumption of an increasing number of meat
and processed foods.
This has raised concern about health risks due to the high fat content
of food in hawker stalls and restaurants. However, it should be noted that there is no lack of availability
of food in Malaysia, even at odd hours of the night. Small hawker stalls offer delicious local delights 24
hours a day, especially in the big cities.
Malaysians are also famous for their hospitality.
It is customary for guests to wait
until the host has invited them to eat first before taking a bite. Guests are expected to try some of the
host's food and drinks.
During celebrations, Malaysians often invite their family and friends to open houses.
It is also common for people from other ethnic groups to visit their friends' open houses and partake
in these cultural festivals.
(Adapted from https://www.everyculture.com/Ja-Ma/Malaysia.html)
A
This is because Malaysians are eating out more often than staying at home and eating
home-cooked meals.
B
This is particularly common during events like Hari Raya Aidilfitri and Chinese New Year.
C
Mangosteens and rambutans are two such fruits.
D
For instance, rice and noodles are common to most Malaysian dishes.
E
Visiting hawker stalls is sometimes a daily occurrence.
F
This is to show that they have accepted the host's hospitality.
G
One local favourite is the durian.
H
It is not uncommon for Malaysian hosts to offer snacks and local drinks to their guests.
[6 marks]
9
10
PART 3
Read the text below and answer questions 17 to 24.
ROCK CLIMBING
Rock climbing, also known as mountain climbing, is a sport where
people climb up a natural rock or artificial rock wall. There are two
types of rock climbing: indoor gym climbing which is now very popular
as it is safer and easier, and outdoor mountain climbing which is far
more challenging but also dangerous.
The goal of rock climbing is to reach the top. It tests the climber's
strength and balance. It also provides a great physical and mental
workout. Individuals who are interested in giving this sport a try should
visit an indoor climbing gym first, as it provides a safer environment to
start in. Those who are interested in moving on to outdoor mountain
climbing can join one of the many guided tours available.
The most important climbing equipment is a pair of proper climbing
shoes. Modern climbing shoes have stiff and smooth rubber soles that
protect the feet from sharp, rough rocks. They also provide more
friction and control than normal shoes. Another important piece of
climbing equipment is a modern climbing rope. It is able to stretch
under tension so that climbers will not experience pain when they fall.
Karabiners are also important. They are rings of solid aluminium that
can be opened while climbing. Rock climbers use them to attach
themselves safely to things.
Rock climbing was recently recognised by the International Olympic
Committee as a sport. It is a fun activity, but climbers must remember
that safety comes first.
(Adapted from http://discoverahobby.com/learn/Rock Climbing)
11
Question 17-24
Complete the following table.
Choose no more than three words and/or a number from the text for each answer.
For each question, write your answer in the space provided below.
ROCK CLIMBING
Also known as
17 ____________________________________________________
18 ____________________________________________________
Types
19 ____________________________________________________
Goal
20 ____________________________________________________
21 ____________________________________________________
Important
climbing
equipment
22 ____________________________________________________
23 ____________________________________________________
Recognized by
24 ____________________________________________________
[8 marks]
12